HEREFORD & WORCESTER WHAT’S ON P12 - 24 BOOK NOW WMSP.CO.UK SELECTED DATES 21ST NOV - 24TH DEC "Santa's Enchanted Elevator was absolutely amazing!" "A truly magical and amazing day." CLUBS AND CLASSES P4 - 8 IT’S COMPETITION TIME ON P30 & 31 MAGAZINE & WEBSITE THE GO-TO GUIDE FOR YOU AND YOUR CHILD raring2go.co.uk AUTUMN 2026
2 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! WELCOME Welcome to Autumn Despite what was a mild September, it’s increasingly apparent that the summer is well and truly over. Autumn was never my favourite time of year, but last year I read that if there’s a season you don’t like, focusing on the little things you DO enjoy about it can really help. Apparently we need to embrace those little things at every opportunity. I tried it last autumn and must say, it really helped. So, with that in mind, let’s look forward to frosty mornings, cosy evenings by the fire, and snuggling up with a hot chocolate while planning for half term...and Christmas! Hopefully this edition will help ease you (and I) into it gently! Planning some fun activities can only help lift our mood. This edition is full of local suggestions, and has a jam-packed what’s on guide. All events listed were correct at time of going to press, but do check before heading to them as things can and do change. A massive thank you to all the businesses you will see in this edition. They are all providing fantastic events and activities for local families, there certainly is something for everyone. Several are offering some great money saving offers - see the round up at the top of the page. And please remember them when planning your Christmas shopping - supporting local is beneficial to us all and helps ensure we keep the fantastic choice we do have. Wishing you all a wonderful half term, and a very merry Christmas. See you in 2027! Pauline x Appear in the next edition, out in January. Email me today for details. herefordandworcester@raring2go.co.uk
Raring2go! PLACES TO GO 3 Contents Clubs & classes …........p4 -8 Halloween at home….......p9 Autumn quiz…............... p10 What’s on …............. p12 -24 Buy local ....................p16-17 Reading ….................P28 -29 Competition winners ….. p30 New competitions… p30 - 31
4 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! HOLIDAY CLUBS WEDNESDAY MAKE CLAY MONSTERS, ARCHERY AND GAMESHOWS CREATE CAMP ST PAUL’S SCHOOL ACTIVITY CAMP HOLMER ACADEMY MONDAY OWL EXPERIENCE, ATHLETICS AND CRAFT ROLLS ART TUESDAY TENNIS, CRICKET, DODGEBALL AND QUIDDITCH THURSDAY A MAGICAL BAKE, PICKLEBALL AND BASKETBALL FRIDAY SQUISHIES, FOOTBALL AND A FRIGHFUL FIESTA MONDAY SPIDER BREAD BAKING AND LEGO COMPETITION TUESDAY HALLOWEEN SQUISHIES AND MUMMY CUPCAKES WEDNESDAY VAMPIRE COOKIES, FRANKENSTEIN CRAFT ROLLS THURSDAY CLAY MODELLING AND TOTE BAGS (READY FOR CANDY) NEW BOOKING SYSTEM SAVE £5 WITH: “R2GO5" oakerwoodleisure.co.uk High & Low Ropes Holiday Club & Camp Woodland Krypton Escape Room Quad Trek Paintball & more! Kids October Holiday Camp 29 - 30 October th th Your Next Adventure Awaits! Holiday Clubs and Family Fun at our Outdoor Activity Centre
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7 Raring2go! PLACES TO GO Creative Courage For Life® Stagecoach Performing Arts is the trading name of Stagecoach Theatre Arts Limited. Stagecoach Theatre Arts schools are operated under franchise and are independently owned by their Principals. Stagecoach and Creative Courage For Life are registered trademarks of Stagecoach Theatre Arts Limited. Singing, dancing and acting classes for year-olds Helping children believe they can do anything 01432 820818 St. Mary's Roman Catholic High School, HR1 4DR www.stagecoach/hereford Stagecoach Hereford 4 - 18 Raring2go! CLUBS & CLASSES
8 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! HALF TERM FUN Don’t forget... the clocks go back October 25th! Half-term holiday clubs and camps Boredom-busting half term fun! All Star Activities are running holiday camps at Holmer Academy and St Paul’s School throughout the half term. At Holmer Academy Activity Camp (Monday – Friday) children can enjoy an owl experience, along with crafts and sports including cricket, tennis, dodgeball, football, archery and more. At St Paul’s School Create Camp (Monday – Thursday) children can enjoy model making, baking and loads of different crafts. You can save £5 by using the code R2GO5 when booking. Scan the code on page 4. Team Super Sports offer the ultimate pick ‘n’ mix of sporting activities for 3 – 16 year olds at The Downs, Malvern. This beautiful setting, with fantastic facilities, is the perfect location for your child to brush up on their favourite sport or try something brand new. Each child designs their own camp, choosing a sport for each session, from cricket, football, gymnastics, hockey, netball, rugby and tennis with top class coaches for each. Team Super Sports offer a free day for all new customers, 10% off early bird bookings (they run during the Christmas holidays too, so book that quick for a saving), 10% off for siblings, and a huge 20% off for full week bookings. Visit their website www.teamsupersports.co.uk/malvern Oaker Wood Leisure, Herefordshire holiday club for 7 – 11 year olds runs on 27th & 28th October. Children aged 7 – 12 can enjoy the ultimate outdoor adventure this half term, with an overnight holiday camp from 29th – 30th October. Children will enjoy two days packed with outdoor adventure, from zip wire and monkey climb to junior code breaker challenge, capture the flag, pizza making, and more. During the evening, the children will relax playing games, sharing stories, and making friendships, staying in our cosy wooden glamping pods, surrounded by the beauty of Oaker Wood – the perfect setting for an adventure they’ll never forget. www.oakerwoodleisure.co.uk
9 Raring2go! THINGS TO DO The best Halloween parties aren’t necessarily the biggest. They’re the ones where everyone gets involved, the snacks disappear and nobody minds if the living room gets a little spooky.
10 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! PLACES TO GO Is a pumpkin actually a fruit or a vegetable? What’s the name given to a full moon in October? What do you call a group of crows? What tree do conkers grow on? What do you call a group of owls? What do squirrels do with acorns and nuts in autumn? True or false: people used to carve turnips before pumpkins became popular for Halloween. Why do leaves change colour in autumn? Which spider spins the classic wheel-shaped web you see covered in dew in autumn? What’s it called when an animal sleeps through the whole winter to save energy? 1. 3. 5. 7. 9. 2. 4. 6. 8. 10. Answers: 1. A fruit – it grows from alower and has seeds inside. 2. They bury them, to dig up and eat later in winter. f 3. The Hunter’s Moon. 4. True - turnips cameirst, pumpkins took over once the tradition reached America. f 5. A murder. 6. The green chlorophyll breaks down, revealing the yellow and orange colours that were hiding underneath all along. 7. The Horse Chestnut tree. 8. Orb-weaver, (also called a garden spider). 9. A parliament. 10. Hibernation. Autumn Quiz
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12 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! WHAT’S ON Join us for LEGO Club in the cathedral nave! Enjoy a free-play session before coming together to share a Bible story. Free to attend and suitable for children of all ages! Visit the cathedral website for more details. herefordcathedral.org 01432 374 202 HEREFORD CATHEDRAL LEGO CLUB TUESDAYS 3.45 - 5 PM DATES 6 October 20 October 3 November 17 November 8 December 3 October – 1 November Daytime Halloween fun at Ralph Court Gardens. Prepare for a truly unique experience. Magic, mystery and merriment make Ralph Court Gardens a Halloween destination like no other. The daytime displays are carefully crafted to be suitable for all ages, blending spooky fun with family-friendly entertainment. If you prefer a more thrilling adventure with frights all around, the after dark Spooky Evening Adventure runs from 22 – 31 October. www.ralphcourtgardens.co.uk ................................................................ 6 October Lego Club at Hereford Cathedral. Free to attend and suitable for children of all ages. 3.45 – 5pm Test your skills at creating crazy constructions and superstructures with Lego in the inspiring surroundings of Hereford Cathedral. Enjoy this freestyle Lego session with thousands of bricks and hundreds of mini-figures, learn building techniques and make new friends. www.herefordcathedral.org ................................................................ 10 October – November 1 Spooky Spectacular at West Midlands Safari Park. A monster mashup for a spooky experience like no other! We’re pulling out all the stops with a mix of thrilling adventures, spooky shows, and monstrously good fun for the whole family! + Don’t miss the BRAND NEW Safari Skies drone show on 31 Oct for an extra-spectacular Halloween finale where the sky comes alive with an incredible 12-minute drone show, featuring spectacular images of some of the world’s most amazing animals, all brought to life through light, movement and music. www.wmsp.co.uk/events
13 Raring2go! WHAT’S ON 16 – 22 October Practical Magic (12A) film at The Courtyard. A multi generational family of witches, cursed to be loveless for centuries, attempts to break the spell by confronting dark secrets and sacrificing for each other. Perfect for some halloween family fun. www.courtyard.org.uk ................................................................ 17 October Neon Heights at Aztec Adventure Lost Valley. Dare to conquer the night! Neon Heights transforms our High Ropes Aerial Adventure Course at The Lost Valley into a glowing, neon-lit playground after dark. Tackle 15 obstacles - including a cargo net, swingy steps, see-saw steps and wobbly bridges - before finishing with a 70-metre zip wire descent under the stars. www.aztecadventure.co.uk ................................................................
14 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! WHAT’S ON Family Fun in Worcester Robin Hood Sat 28 Nov 2026 - Sun 3 Jan 2027 worcestertheatres.co.uk | 01905 611 427 THE HOME OF THE ARTS IN WORCESTER! The Gruffalo Tue 3 - Thu 5 Nov DIY Decoration Workshop Sat 12 Dec, 11am The Gingerbread Man Sat 12 - Thu 24 Dec Pinocchio Sat 14 Nov, 11am & 1.30pm 17 October – 1 November Shaun The Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom (U) film at The Courtyard. On Halloween Eve at Mossy Bottom Farm, excitement turns to dismay when the clumsy Farmer ruins the pumpkin patch. Shaun tries fixing it with science experiments, but things go wrong when a wild beast appears in the woods. www.courtyard.org.uk ................................................................ 20 October Lego Club at Hereford Cathedral. Free to attend and suitable for children of all ages. 3.45 – 5pm Test your skills at creating crazy constructions and superstructures with Lego in the inspiring surroundings of Hereford Cathedral. Enjoy this freestyle Lego session in the nave with thousands of bricks and hundreds of minifigures.www.herefordcathedral.org ................................................................ 22 – 31 October Evening Spooky Halloween Adventures at Ralph Court Gardens. Visit Ralph Court Gardens after dark - there are just enough frights around the corner to keep you on our toes! Get ready for a night of dazzling lights, space-age spooks, and cosmic surprises. Every evening you can enjoy the unique ‘light show’ featuring graveyard lights and smoke with the gothic house ‘coming alive’ with Halloween tunes. www.ralphcourtgardens.co.uk ................................................................ What’s on continues on page 18
15 Raring2go! WHAT’S ON Fri 27 Nov 2026 - Sun 3 Jan 2027 BOX OFFICE 01432 340555 courtyard.org.uk In partnership with Sat 5 - Thu 24 Dec 2026
Raring2go! PLACES TO GO 16 raring2go.co.uk Buying locally means no waiting for deliveries, no worry about parcels being placed on the wrong doortstep or being damaged in transit. Buying locally also reduces our Christmas shopping carbon footprint, making it a far more environmentally friendly choice too! Local markets and Christmas fairs are well worth a visit for gifts … and food! You can browse a wide range of goods from local makers and bakers at the Worcester Victorian Christmas Fayre, which takes place from 3rd to 6th December, while Hereford Christmas markets are held on Fridays and Sundays throughout December. Hereford Cathedral hosts one of our favourite Christmas Fairs - December 12th is already in our diaries! The shop at The Courtyard in Hereford is a great source of beautiful and unusual gifts created by a range of local artisans and is open from 10am – 8pm every day except Sundays. If you are unsure what to buy but still want to support local businesses, many offer gift vouchers which can be spent in the January sales! The only challenge is buying gift vouchers for shops you know your loved ones would like to buy from. For those in Hereford, it’s easier with the Hereford Gift Card which can be spent at over 130 local businesses. You can upload When we choose to buy from local independent businesses and shops, we invest directly in the communities our children are growing up in.
17 anything between £5 and £500 to a card. Visit www.herefordcitylife.co.uk for details. Rather than buying ‘things’ which can add to clutter, and often end up in landfill, another option is the gift of an experience. Memories are cherished for a lifetime, so what better gift for a loved one? Here are some of our favourites offering gift vouchers: Worcester Theatres and The Courtyard in Hereford hold a huge variety of shows and events for all ages, and who doesn’t love a trip to the theatre? Ralph Court Gardens has 15 unique and amazing gardens to explore, including Alice in Wonderland and Dinosaur World, and is loved by everyone who visits. Rather than buying individual gifts for children and their parents, why not treat the family to a fabulous day out? Escape Quests in Ross on Wye offer gift vouchers too. Perfect for family fun, or a group of friends, your loved ones will have the best time trying to crack the Norse Code, Saving Sugarvale, helping Santa find his marbles, or beating their Restaurant Rivals. It’s a great alternative Christmas party option too! For the adrenaline and adventure seekers out there, we recommend gift vouchers for Oaker Wood Leisure in Herefordshire. You can choose vouchers for a private quad trekking session, an Escape Room, private clay shooting for ages 16+, or a children’s activity day voucher for a full day of fun and adventure. For thrill-seekers in Worcestershire, Aztec Adventure at the Lost Valley in Evesham offers heart-pumping high ropes and a fabulous themed 18hole adventure golf course, while their centre at Upton Warren has a choice of water-based fun activities. Their awesome aqua park with giant inflatables and epic wipe outs offers non-stop laughs, and your loved ones can enjoy the lake on stand-up paddleboards, pedal boats or kayaks. If the little ones aren’t old enough to enjoy any of these suggestions, Little Pandas Play Café in Ross on Wye offers gift cards too. This lovely play café is never overcrowded due to their pre-booking policy, and has everything little ones will love, including ride on toys, a sensory room, role play areas, and loads of climbing fun. The safe café area is perfect for parents to relax while watching the little ones have fun – perfect for any family with young children. You can find full details of all these and more, with direct links to their websites, in the online feature on our website. Simply scan the code or click if you’re viewing the digital version of the magazine.
18 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! WHAT’S ON 23 October – 3 January Neverland at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery. This winter, The Gas Hall at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery is set to transform into a spellbinding Neverland, enchanting visitors of all ages with a festive experience inspired by the beloved children’s classic, Peter Pan. www.birminghammuseums.org.uk ................................................................ 24 October Neon Heights at Aztec Adventure Lost Valley. Dare to conquer the night! Neon Heights transforms our High Ropes Aerial Adventure Course at The Lost Valley into a glowing, neon-lit playground after dark. Tackle 15 obstacles - including a cargo net, swingy steps, see-saw steps and wobbly bridges - before finishing with a 70-metre zip wire descent under the stars. www.aztecadventure.co.uk ................................................................ 24 October The Three Billy Goats Gruff at The Courtyard. This is the simple story of three hungry goats and a grumpy old troll, told with a gentle ecological message. Watch out for the dance of the goats, the flying troll and loads and loads of rubbish. Garlic Theatre create a magical world to entrance and delight a young audience. With puppets, live music, storytelling and singing. www.courtyard.org.uk ................................................................ 26 – 29 October Neon Heights at Aztec Adventure Lost Valley. Dare to conquer the night! Neon Heights transforms our High Ropes Aerial Adventure Course at The Lost Valley into a glowing, neon-lit playground after dark. Tackle 15 obstacles - including a cargo net, swingy steps, see-saw steps and wobbly bridges - before finishing with a 70-metre zip wire descent under the stars. www.aztecadventure.co.uk ................................................................ 26-27 October Children’s RYA Youth Sailing Stage 1 at Aztec Adventure Upton Warren Beginner-friendly course for ages 8 -15 introduces children to the basics of dinghy sailing. www.aztecadventure.co.uk ................................................................ 27 October Spirit of the Sea – inclusive workshop at The Courtyard. Join us on an adventure to the sea! Dive into a fun-filled, energetic day bursting with creativity and wild imagination! Explore the wonders of the ocean through exciting arts activities, drama, movement and play. Our experienced team of practitioners and staff are fully trained in working with young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities, ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment for everyone. To book a place, please contact Rebecca Cook at rebecca.cook@courtyard.org.uk Recommended for ages 8-15 www.courtyard.org.uk ................................................................ 27 October The Witch Who Couldn’t Sleep at The Courtyard. A cuddly, snuggly, family musical! A “Story Time” musical theatre experience from the creators of A Big Egg. Audiences can expect live acting, original musical scores and sing-along songs as well as animation and puppetry. www.courtyard.org.uk ................................................................ 28 October Family Festival at The Courtyard A whole day crammed full of fun at The Courtyard, with films Tiddler (U) and Shark Tale (U 2004), drawing workshops, pop up play from Little Play World, a Family
19 Raring2go! WHAT’S ON Ceilidh, music making workshops, crafts, face painting, biscuit decorating, silent disco, and much more, find full information about this amazing day and book your tickets at www.courtyard.org.uk ................................................................ 29 October Clare & Cory Share A (Glorious) Story at The Courtyard. Join Really Big Pants on their return to The Courtyard for a glorious story of sharing, exploring, and daring, written entirely in rhyme. This interactive show encourages children to not only share their belongings and enjoy a great story, but also to explore the natural world so close to home. Can you help Clare and Cory find the class bear?! For ages 3+ www.courtyard.org.uk ................................................................ 28 – 29 October Bridges of Light, Worcester From 6 – 9pm the city centre will come alive with high-quality light installations, interactive artworks, striking visual spectacles and playful street performances. Worcester’s voices, creativity and talent are integral to this magical, inspiring and entertaining festival, which is a free, nonticketed event designed for all ages. www.severnarts.org.uk ................................................................ 28-29 October Children’s RYA Youth Sailing Stage 2 & 3 at Aztec Adventure Upton Warren For young sailors age 8 -15 who’ve completed Start Sailing Stage 1 (or have equivalent experience), Stage 2 builds on the basics. For sailors age 8 – 15 ready to build on Stage 2, our Stage 3 course develops confidence in moderate conditions - covering rigging, sailing theory, launching and recovery, and capsize recovery, working towards sailing a triangle course independently. www.aztecadventure.co.uk
20 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! WHAT’S ON 27 – 30 October Kids Holiday Camp at Oaker Wood Leisure. The Multi-Activity Days for children aged 7-11 are the sort of days out kids will remember for years to come. Days of adventure running around in the woods and experiencing a wide range of activities including Zip Wires, Climbing, Rafting, Pistol Shooting and much more. There are also teenage activity sessions especially for teenagers aged 11-16, and a One Night Holiday Camp (with 2 days of activities) for 7 – 12-year-olds on 29-30 October. www.oakerwoodleisure.co.uk ................................................................ 31 October Hereford Trading Card Event in The Butter Market, Hereford. With no fee to enter, simply pop along for all your favourite collectables and cards, including Pokemon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Magic The Gathering, and more. This Hereford Trading Cards Event starts at 10am and goes on until 4pm. See the qr code on page 13 for details. ................................................................ 31 October Halloween Family Rave at The Courtyard Join us for our Halloween themed Family Rave packed with spooky beats, dazzling lights, and frightfully fun surprises. Dress up in your creepiest, cutest, or craziest costumes and dance the morning away with glow sticks and bubbles! Rave-approved tunes for little monsters and their grown-ups, no tricks, just treats! Suitable for all ages, ear defenders for tiny people are recommended. Remember the family that raves together, stays together! www.courtyard.org.uk ................................................................ 3 November Lego Club at Hereford Cathedral. Free to attend and suitable for children of all ages. 3.45 – 5pm Test your skills at creating crazy constructions and superstructures with Lego in the inspiring surroundings of Hereford Cathedral. Enjoy this freestyle Lego session in the nave with thousands of bricks and hundreds of mini-figures, learn building techniques and make new friends. www.herefordcathedral.org ................................................................ 3 – 5 November The Gruffalo live in stage at Swan Theatre, Worcester. Tall Stories’ muchloved magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler returns by popular demand, celebrating the show’s 25 years live on stage. Songs, laughs and mischievous fun for children aged 3 and up and their grown-ups. From Tall Stories, creators of imaginative storytelling theatre, where everything is possible. Relaxed and BSL signed performance on 5th November at 1.30pm www.worcestertheatres.co.uk ................................................................ 6 – 7 November How to Train Your Dragon Jr – the musical at The Courtyard.Laura Gale Dance & Drama, who recently brought you We Will Rock You, Hairspray and Charlie & The Chocolate Factory, present How To Train Your Dragon JR. Based on the DreamWorks Animation hit, How to Train Your Dragon JR. brings fire-breathing action, epic adventure and big laughs to the stage. www.courtyard.org.uk ................................................................ 10 – 14 November Scrooge! The Musical at The Courtyard Presented by the Hereford Musical Theatre Company. Bursting with memorable songs, colourful characters and spectacular musical theatre moments,
21 Raring2go! WHAT’S ON birminghammuseums.org.uk/thinktank Funded by: • Santa’s Workshop Crafts • Seasonal Planetarium Shows • The Science of Light Live Show Scrooge brings Dickens’ beloved festive tale gloriously to life. From the warmth of the Cratchit family to the dazzling joy of Christmas morning, this uplifting production celebrates hope, generosity and the power of redemption. A magical theatrical treat for the whole family this Christmas season. www.courtyard.org.uk ................................................................ 14 November Pinocchio at Swan Theatre, Worcester Steve Tiplady, as Geppetto, uses the objects of a carpenter’s workshop to tell the tale of the puppet that wants to be a real boy, and the puppet-maker who wants to be a real father. Puppetry, shadows, illusion and especially composed music combine to create a show with something for all ages; it’s inventive, visually and verbally witty, with a big heart. www.worcestertheatres.co.uk ................................................................ 14 November A Big Egg at The Courtyard Join children’s author Steven Lee in his magical writing shed, where stories hatch before your eyes! When Steven’s mischievous neighbour’s dog mistakes him for an egg, he takes refuge among his books and toys and soon finds himself writing a brand-new story with a little help from the audience. Full of heart and imagination, A Big Egg is the perfect family treat – a story about love, wonder, and the joy of discovering life’s little miracles together. Ideal for ages 2 to 102. www.courtyard.org.uk ................................................................ 17 November Lego Club at Hereford Cathedral. Free to attend and suitable for children of all ages. 3.45 – 5pm Test your skills at creating crazy constructions and superstructures with Lego in the inspiring surroundings of Hereford Cathedral. Enjoy
22 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! WHAT’S ON this freestyle Lego session in the nave with thousands of bricks and hundreds of mini-figures, learn building techniques and make new friends. www.herefordcathedral.org ................................................................ 20 November – 31 December Winter Glow at Three Counties Showground, Malvern Step into a magical festive world at Winter Glow in Malvern. As it’s the season to eat, drink and be merry, you can enjoy free parking and free entry to the festive indoor Christmas Market and fairground*. Winter Glow wouldn’t glow without the amazing Illuminated Light Trail. Kids go free tickets are available for a limited time only – find out more on the website. The entire family can enjoy a round of UV Glow Crazy Golf or head to the ice at Worcestershire’s largest indoor ice rink! And of course, the main man himself, along with his helpers, will be there. Have some magical fun as you explore the immersive Winter Village with village games, toy workshop, you can even help out at Mrs Claus’ Bakery with some biscuit decorating, then have a meet and greet with Father Christmas himself! *The fairground rides and other aspects of the Winter Glow Experience require payment, most require prebooking. www.winterglow.co.uk ................................................................ 21 November Light-up Crown Workshop at The Courtyard. Make a crown that really shines! Join artist Lucy Baxendale for a fun, hands-on family workshop where you’ll create your very own light-up crown using colourful felt, conductive thread and LEDs. Learn simple sewing and embroidery skills, discover how electrical circuits work, and bring your dream crown to life! Aimed at 8 years+ www.courtyard.org.uk ................................................................ 27 November – 3 January Cinderella – panto at The Courtyard Dust off your glass slippers and prepare for a professional pantomime spectacular filled with charming moments, laugh-out-loud mischief, and plenty of festive cheer. Bursting with show-stopping musical numbers, stunning sets, fabulous costumes, and hilarious comedy for all ages, this is the Courtyard Christmas tradition you simply can’t miss. Expect classic panto chaos, heaps of audience participation, and more than a few surprises along the way… oh yes you will! This sparkling festive treat is guaranteed to have the whole family cheering, booing, and believing in happily ever after. www.courtyard.org.uk ................................................................ 28 November – 3 January Robin Hood – panto at Swan Theatre, Worcester. The Worcester Repertory Company presents the merry pantomime adventure Robin Hood. Worcester’s favourite pantomime is back with a show that is right on target… OH YES, IT IS! The dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham is spreading taxes and misery over the people of Sherwood Forest, whilst hatching his greedy plan to seize the throne. Will our favourite outlaw, Robin Hood be able to save Maid Marian and the people from the Sheriff’s tyranny? There’s only one way to find out, by joining Worcester Repertory Company on this family adventure full of your favourite songs, captivating dance routines, incredible vocals and non-stop festive fun! www.worcestertheatres.co.uk ................................................................ Selected dates between 21 November – 24 December Santa Safari & Pantomime at West
23 Raring2go! WHAT’S ON Midlands Safari Park. Join us for a magical festive day out the whole family will love – combining a fourmile winter Safari with an unforgettable visit to Santa in his beautifully decorated Grotto. Plus, due to popular demand from last year, the Christmas panto is returning this festive season! Join us in Treetops Pavilion for a dazzling performance of Sleeping Beauty, showing on selected dates between 18 - 31 Dec. www.wmsp.co.uk/events ................................................................ 5 – 23 December Santa’s Workshop at Think Tank - Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery Children will gather round to meet Farther Christmas, before heading to his workshop with our Christmas Elves for a hands-on craft activity. While families get creative, each child will be invited to meet Santa personally to receive a special gift and have a photo taken to remember the day. This 45-minute experience is filled with festive cheer, creativity, and memorable moments. www.birminghammuseums.org.uk ................................................................ 5 – 24 December The Snow Queen at The Courtyard Come on an epic adventure at The Courtyard this Christmas with an enchanting version of Hans Christian Andersen’s timeless story, The Snow Queen – the perfect festive treat for little ones not quite ready for pantomime. Packed with original songs, plenty of audience interaction and bags of festive magic, this energetic and exciting show celebrates the things that make us different and the value of true friendship. Designed to be welcoming and inclusive for all young audiences, our relaxed production means everyone can enjoy the adventure in their own way – wiggles, giggles and wonder are all very much encouraged. www.courtyard.org.uk 8 December Lego Club at Hereford Cathedral. Free to attend and suitable for children of all ages. 3.45 – 5pm Test your skills at creating crazy constructions and superstructures with Lego in the inspiring surroundings of Hereford Cathedral. Enjoy this freestyle Lego session in the nave with thousands of bricks and hundreds of mini-figures, learn building techniques and make new friends. www.herefordcathedral.org ................................................................ 12 December Polar Express Pyjama Party (U) at Lady Emily Hall, Tarrington All aboard! Join us at Lady Emily Hall Tarrington for a Polar Express Pyjama Party like no other! Immerse yourself in the magic of this beloved Christmas classic, where a young boy embarks on an extraordinary train journey to the North Pole, discovering the true spirit of Christmas along the way. Come dressed in your cosiest festive PJs and enjoy a FREE hot chocolate, perfect for the occasion. Details and tickets available at www.courtyard.org.uk ................................................................ 12 – 24 December The Gingerbread Man at Swan Theatre, Worcester Rep and Swan Studio, Worcester Worcester Repertory Company presents The Gingerbread Man “Run, run as fast as you can! You can’t catch me, I’m the Gingerbread Man!” After he escapes from the bakers, the Gingerbread Man sets off to start a new life. However, along the way he meets many greedy animals who all want a bite! Join the Worcester Rep for this sweet, festive story. Filled with magic, music and laughter, this show is a great introduction to theatre and the perfect festive treat for your little ones aged 3-6. www.worcestertheatres.co.uk ................................................................
24 raring2go.co.uk Raring2go! WHAT’S ON 12 December DIY Decoration Workshop at Swan Studio, Worcester. DIY Decoration Workshop (Panto Special) with Speak Volumes Festival. Let’s create a unique tree mobile inspired by Sherwood Forest! This DIY decoration is fun and easy to make. We’ll supply coloured card, paint, pom-poms and string and guide you to design an array of festive fir trees for a fabulous result! Perfect for little ones and their grown-ups to get crafty together this pantomime season. Suitable for all ages. www.worcestertheatres.co.uk ................................................................ 29 – 31 December Lights, Science, Action! The Science of Light Show at Thinktank, Birmingham A fantastic live show all about the science of light. Together we will explore what the Sun and the Earth have to do with those short winter days, how we might use light to have a little fun, and even use light to add a splash of colour. www.birminghammuseums.org.uk ................................................................ All events correct at time of going to press. Please check with venues for updates and changes before you set off!
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